SFP#32: Policy and EU: Router Freedom in the EU

SFP#32: Policy and EU: Router Freedom in the EU

Author: Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE) March 27, 2025 Duration: 54:46
Have you ever used your personal router to connect to the internet? Recently we achieved a major win in Germany for Router Freedom. In this 32nd episode of the Software Freedom Podcast, Bonnie Mehring, Alexander Sander, and Lucas Lasota talk about Router Freedom and our work to protect freedom of choice regarding internet devices. Join the FSFE community and support the podcast: https://my.fsfe.org/support?referrer=podcast

Tune in to the Software Freedom Podcast for thoughtful conversations that go beyond the usual tech headlines. Produced by the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE), this series digs into the principles and practical realities of Free Software, exploring how it shapes our digital rights, privacy, and innovation. Each episode brings you closer to the community-driven work happening across Europe and beyond, featuring discussions with developers, activists, and legal experts. You'll hear updates on the FSFE's own campaigns and legal initiatives, alongside analysis of current events where software freedom is at stake. This isn't just about code; it's about the cultural and political forces that determine who controls the technology we all rely on. For anyone curious about the open source movement's deeper goals or seeking a critical perspective on technology news, this podcast offers a necessary and engaging resource. The dialogue here is consistently substantive, cutting through the noise to examine what true digital autonomy requires and the ongoing efforts to defend it.
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SFP#22: All about "Public Money? Public Code!" with Johannes Näder [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:14
In our 22nd Software Freedom Podcast episode, we talk with Johannes Näder, Senior Policy Project Manager at the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE), about "Public Money? Public Code!". Join the FSFE community and supp…
SFP#20: All about Device Neutrality with Lucas Lasota [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:55
Join us for the 20th episode of the Software Freedom Podcast, where Bonnie Mehring and Lucas Lasota discuss Device Neutrality and Router Freedom. They cover the concepts and fundamentals of these initiatives and explain…
SFP#16: Free Software in France with Hugo Roy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:27
In this episode of the Software Freedom Podcast, Bonnie Mehring speaks with Hugo Roy about his long involvement with the FSFE. Hugo is also very active in the French Free Software community and gives us an overview of th…
SFP#15: All about Upcycling Android [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:59
In November 2021 the FSFE has launched the new campaign "Upcycling Android". If you haven't already upcycled your phone or you are curious to learn more about the campaign listen to our new Software Freedom Podcast episo…